Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, March 7, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
You're restricted,
conflicted,
wondering where
you're going next.
You're tied up,
bound by the past,
the shoulds, the regret,
held so tight
you can't move.
You wonder about
how you can be free,
how you can change
the future ahead.
But the rope tightens
you can't get free
but why?
Look around -
who is stopping you?
There is no one here but you.
Set yourself free,
break the ties that bind,
the hold is your own,
once you remove that,
there is not much
that can stop you now.
What does that rope
... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, March 3, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
~One From The Archives. Enjoy!~
In the shadows
Hides the past
The things I thought I left behind
The people who impacted me
In the shadows
Hides my clear sight
The soft hue is fuzzy and grey
The confusion sets in
In the shadows
Hides my fears
The burden I no longer want to carry
But the shadows flicker with reminders
In the shadows
Hides my pain
A reminder of tragedy gone by
Threatening to show themselves in the light
In the shadows
I remind myself it isn't real
They are fading, f... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, March 1, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
I have found happiness in my heart.
What an unusual place to find it!
I haven’t seen it there for a long time.
I almost forgot what it felt like.
I have found happiness in my heart.
It’s the place that it should be all along.
I never realized how cold I felt without it.
The warmth reminds me of where I want to be.
I have found happiness in my heart.
The small flame fights to get brighter.
I can feel it chipping away at the ice
And the pieces are melting away.
I have found happiness ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, February 28, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
It's a new day
a fresh start
a better way
to live from the heart.
It's a new day
the past is gone
cares float away
happiness lives on
It's a new day
start something new
who cares what they say
grab what you're due
It's a new day
make a beautiful course
take time to play
connect with your source
It's a new day
make it your own
change is in your hands
look how much you've grown!
~Copyright 2010, Spiritualitygirl~ Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, February 27, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Put your heart into it.
Add love in whatever you do.
Find ways to give hope
and see the good as best you can.
Because when you look
though the eyes of
compassion, love and
understanding, you see things,
people, situations in whole
new vision and light.
When you shut your heart off,
you lose your ability to
see clearly. Your agenda takes over.
Your eyes close.
There is no seeing it
for what it is. You may be
seeing it for what it will be,
could be, can be, might be.
What about reali... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, February 25, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Who do you listen to? People on the outside and
voices that aren't yours? Maybe they know better, you say, how could I know? How could you not? What is best for you can only be determined by you. Misteps you have made in the past make you believe that you don't know what's best. Aren't mistakes part of learning? You grow from your mistakes, you see diamonds in the rough, opportunities in the challenges, so why aren't mistakes a part of your learning curve while you're here? Yes, they are no fun but they are w... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, February 24, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
~One from the archives. Enjoy!~
Happiness comes in all shapes and sizes
all situations, great and small
it doesn't matter what you encounter
Happiness makes you stand tall
Happiness makes you laugh,
smile, giggle and grin from ear to ear
you can't hide the joy you feel
your feelings become very clear
Happiness comes from within
others can steal it - at least they can try
you have the power to be up or down
you can decide how you fly
Happiness is the beauty you see,
the love you feel,... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, February 22, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
When you realize you are far from center,
not in the place you want to be,
you have a choice.
Stay where you are and
not reach your goals, be miserable
and feel like life is never going to change.
The other choice is to take steps,
no matter how small, no matter how few,
to get back to your center.
You didn't get the far away in one day,
you won't get back to the center
in one day either.
Even if you have to take a step back,
you still be closer to your center.
Have patience, persevere
and fi... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, February 20, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
You are who you are.
Being someone else doesn't fit you.
So be comfortable in your skin.
Love all of who you are.
Doing that, you inspire others.
How?
You release fear.
You remove the mask.
You bow out of the game.
You are you.
And trust me,
you are spectacular.
Yes, you.
There is nothing you can't do
once you embrace
who you are.
Not sure who you are?
Well, time to get to know
yourself better than ever.
What do you want in life?
What is no longer acceptable?
What are your talents?
Who are ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, February 19, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
You are powerful. You get through the hard times. You move with grace. You still fight when exhausted.
You are powerful. You have an endless well of strength, even when you feel like it's dry, you manage to find more.
You are powerful waking up every day turning your face to the sun and saying "I can face it"
You are powerful. Helping others in need, smiling even in pain, staying positive in the rain.
You are powerful even when you don't know you are. So believe in yourself that you can handle whatever comes yo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, February 17, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
You are beautiful.
Inside and out.
Your beauty glows and
lights up the world.
It shines brighter than
any coin or diamond,
it is more stunning than
the most gorgous painting,
it is warmer than
the most perfect summer day.
Your beauty is
your unique gift to the world.
And yet, some days
you hide it.
You don't believe in
your beauty
for whatever reason.
But I say
your beauty is what
sets you apart
from all the rest.
You can't hide it,
you can't deny it,
so embrace it.
Because your beauty
touc... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, February 16, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Sometimes the questions
don't get answered.
Sometimes life will not
deal the best hand.
Sometimes it will not
make sense at the time
but it is always
within the plan.
It can be hard to trust,
to understand the reasons why,
but it might not be clear
why you now have tears to cry.
So let the sorrow flow,
release it from your heart and mind,
but while you deal with these feelings,
make sure to yourself you're kind.
There are lessons to be learned,
growth in the way you live and love,
the schoo... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, February 14, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
There is love all around in eyes, hearts and hands. The world has lots of potential for love to be part of the plan.
It's free to give and receive, it can turn around the bad, it can heal the hardest hearts and make the sad turn glad.
It takes a lot of risk to love, to send it to all you meet, but once you unleash it wildly it's one of the sweetest treats.
Love brings the lightest feelings, happiness, joy and celebration it has power to move mountains, it can gently change a nation.
So on Cupid's day, when he... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, February 7, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Try again.
When it seems hopeless
and out of reach,
frustrating and maddening,
and not in your control,
Try again.
When it strikes fears -
of failure, of success,
of the unknown, you won't know
how it be will unless you
Try again.
When you don't think
you have enough strength,
stamina or smarts,
when you're ready to
cover your head,
Try again.
When others are telling you
that you can't but
there is a little voice inside
saying "you can",
Try again.
When you tried one
or one hundred times
the ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, February 5, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
It has no shape right now
it's just sits, it needs your inspiration
and you look at it,
wondering where to start.
How do you mold it?
What can you do to give it shape?
So you take hold
work on it, using your hands
to make it something special.
You take a break,
look at it with different eyes,
start over sometimes,
but you keep working.
Making it beautiful,
making it your own.
It takes shape,
it gains personality,
it is yours.
No one can change it
quite like you can.
No one can shape it
quite... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, February 4, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
You can do anything
you set your mind to do
your focus getting you going
there is nothing
that can stand in your way
unless you allow it to happen
When you say "I'm too old", "I can't",
"I won't even try",
then your mind says "You're right"
and nothing happens.
But when you say
"I can do the work",
"I can do it", "I can make it happen",
your mind says "Okay!"
and gets to work helping you!
It will come up with creative,
ingenious ways to lead you
to accomplish your goals.
Wow! You now have... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, February 3, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
There is beauty is whatever you see
what comes into focus
what you chose to look at
you can view it through clear or cloud eyes
There is value is what you experience
the joys and the sorrows
the irritations and the natural flow
all of it makes you who you are
There is life in your dreams
they just need extra attention
and a little love and care
to breathe on their own
There is determination in your soul
it may be quiet but it sits waiting
your passion will bring it out when ready
meanwh... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, January 18, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
I wish you could see yourself as I see you each day. There is much more than the surface, much more here at play.
You won't look in the mirror can't you see it's only the outside? What about all those wonder things that you insist you have to hide?
It's not as bad as you think. I promise you don't need to fear. Just take a look in the mirror, I guarantee it will all come clear.
Your heart is evident is all the ways you live. You are generous, kind and loving and have so much more to give.
So please, take a l... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, January 17, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Right now. That is all the matters. The past is a memory. The future is potential. Right now. That is all that is certain. When you travel back in time, or project years ahead, all you can see and do is create ideas and speculate. You can only affect right now. Right here, this moment. Experience what is right in front of you, don't let that chance get away. Plan for the future, learn from the past, but don't live life in either place, live only in right now.
Because as you're looking all around you, you are m... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, January 16, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
I ask you, my dear
why do you live in the fear?
They don’t appreciate your light
nor understand how you persevere.
And yet, you give your power away
to others whose allegiances stray.
Taking a risk for loyalty is a game
and you may be losing when you play.
Those who do not deserve you
will fade away, it's true.
You'll feel better, grow stronger,
and find a way to survive, you always do.
Don't let anyone knock you down,
throw their stuff on you or break your heart,
you deserve better, y... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, January 15, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
You can ask yourself,
"Why did I do this?"
"Why did I choose that?"
Jump on that merry go round
and spin until your get dizzy
because that's all your doing -
going round and round.
It's a ride that will keep going
until you chose stop and get off.
Sure, it's easy to examine why
you do things after it's over.
But don't forget, at the end of it all,
it's still in the past.
All you have left
are the fragments of memories,
the lessons of the mind,
maybe of the heart,
and who you are.
Because e...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, January 14, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
When you experience a miracle
your life changes in a second.
It doesn't have to be big or small.
A miracle is a glorious experience -
one that shifts energy into
happiness, relief and delight.
We experience them often,
more often than we think
through people in our lives,
moments we cherish,
risks we take and
compassion that is shown.
It brings light to all those
who are involved -
giver and receiver.
Because a miracle can save and give
a life a second chance.
It isn't the end of the road... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, January 13, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Breathe.
Step back, take a breath.
It's not so intense when
you gain a bigger perspective.
Get out of the middle and
get on the sidelines.
Wow, you just gained sight.
It's too hard to see the bigger picture
when you're analyzing the specs.
Breathe.
Look around, take it all in.
You'll see more than before,
notice new things,
embrace other views.
It's time to see it differently,
even if you've seen it
thousands of times before.
Breathe and open your eyes
to something brand new.
~Copyright 2...
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, January 9, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
You make choices
they were the right ones at the time
live with no regrets
love with all your heart
You make choices
based on experiences in your life
what you've learned
what you've heard
You make choices
knowing you may have to sacrifice yourself
but are doing it for the higher good
for the benefit of someone you love
You make choices
the best that you can
with good intentions
and a open heart
You make choices
your life is yours to lead
make positive impacts wherever you go
and leav...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, January 8, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Can I become a repairman?
Tinker with it until it's back together
or put together differently.
Does it have to be the same?
Can it be beautiful with new parts?
Can it be uplifted and shifted?
Can I become a repairman?
Find all the pieces
that are scattered around?
Take care to glue it back together,
treat it with kindness, love
and compassion as it blends as one.
Can I be the repairman?
Grab the fists of those who fight
and make them shake on it?
Stop the damage and start the healing
as ...
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, January 7, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
I can see clearly now.
My eyes are opened,
the tears have stopped.
I have perfect sight.
It was right in front of me -
that jewel, shining bright,
but I pretended not to see.
It was there the whole time.
People even pointed it out to me
but I resisted seeing it.
So now I look and I am amazed
at what I have. I've had it all the time.
But I denied it, ignored it.
The cloudiness, the darkness
hid it from my sight or
maybe I did it on my own.
I thought it might be dulled out,
cracked, broken...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, January 5, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Find your center
stand strong on your foundation
nothing will be able to shake you
if you are in your power place
when you glide around
and you aren't anchored
then you are unbalanced
how are you handling situations
when you aren't as solid?
You can't think straight
your ideas aren't as creative
when you haven't established a base
Take a few moments everyday
to find your strength,
your power, your ground
and then it is much easier
to come from your heart
Do it now, do it everyday
~Copyright...
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, January 3, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
As she rests
she lies quietly
But her mind is nothing but quiet
Those thoughts race
She worries, anticipates,
thinks about what is coming up next
Before tomorrow comes
It’s an exercise in mental jumping jacks
And while she thinks she is resting
she is exhausted but asking for a sign
Then she feels a gentleness
A softness nothing like of earth
the feathers wrap her like a blanket
of warmth and love
Holding her, comforting her
letting her rest, soothing her mind
whispers tha...
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, January 1, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Make yourself available
to all the experiences you can
take chances, don't fear
because they shape who you are
you can learn, you can grow
no matter what the outcome
Make yourself available
to bringing new people in your life
open your heart and mind
to others that aren't in your circle yet
lots of love is waiting for you
just start with a smile
Make yourself available
forgive those that have hurt you
bridge the gap with those far away
put the past behind, work it out
do your best to hea...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, January 1, 2010,
In :
Spiritual
Start fresh
open your eyes to a new day
you have a clean slate
now is the time to write,
draw and create something new
Sure, it's the new year
but what about starting each day,
each time that you open your eyes,
with a clean slate?
Yesterday is still the past,
just like this year will be very soon.
So don't just make a resolution for 2010,
make one everyday.
Live life happily, be smart in your decisions,
let regrets go and say goodbye to
people who aren't good to you.
Smile and laugh often, h... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, December 30, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
You are beautiful,
talented, and bright.
Light surrounds and
beams from you.
You can try to hide it
but it won't work.
There is too much
love and light within you
for others not to see.
Don't be surprised
when others recognize you
for who you are.
The more you are in touch
with who you are,
the brighter you will shine.
And why not?
Who says you shouldn't
illuminate the world?
Who says you aren't
as worthy as others?
Because you are.
There is nothing that
can or should stop you
from being ...
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, December 26, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
We have hope
when we pray
when we wish upon a star
when we reach out
when we find courage to speak
We have hope
when we ask for help
when we try something new
when we take a deep breath
when we put aside differences
We have hope
when we make changes
when we work to be better
when we see our faults
when we leave the past behind
We have hope
when we deal with our stuff
when we do our work
when we face each day
when we love with no boundaries
We have hope
we offe...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, December 23, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
It all changes in a second
just wait for it to come around
it never stays exactly the same
the ground is shifting ever so slowly
but it is moving, changing
take a breath and wait for it to happen
you'll be amazing what is revealed
when you settle and let go
let go of the control and anxiety
let it happen, the way it is supposed to happen
live your life as it changes
send the energy out that you're in motion
and the world, the universe will respond
if it's not working, then it's not meant to w... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, December 21, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I walk in the Sun,
feel the light on my skin,
breathe in the air,
connect to the earth.
It all seems so simple.
The sounds of life all around me
but life of nature, not life itself -
no cell phone, tv, ipod or laptop.
I walk in the Sun.
It shines it warmth on me.
I feel comfortable in its rays
holding me gently
as it takes away the drama.
It reminds me of the simple things.
The pleasure I take for granted
by just taking a walk.
I'm usually too distracted
to see all the riches
waiting for me, ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, December 20, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I'm already at the bottom
I look up, see the light
how do I get out of here?
the shovel is not going to help
I wonder why I thought
it was best to keep digging
did I want to be hidden?
did I want someone to not find me?
But now that I am here
I feel no better, the perspective is darker
There has been no improvement
actually, things have gotten worse
So now I have to find a way out
I have to climb back up to the top
and as much work as it took to go down
it will take even more work to ge... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, December 19, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
It's okay to make mistakes
you're human, after all
just remember to learn the lesson
and when it's done stand up tall
It's okay to get angry
feelings are part of life
find a way to make it positive
don't live your whole life is strife
It's okay to feel sad
disappointment happens sometimes
but when you win, it reminds you
to cherish the joyful times
It's okay for people to come and go
no matter how long they stay
their teachings are valuable
they made you who you are today
It's okay w...
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, December 17, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I'm looking at it
this door in front of me
it's closed, I've locked it
I don't know what's on the other side
I look around
noticing the room
it's a place I know
but I've grown out of it
But this door
it's holding back the unknown
things are waiting on the other side
that's the only sure thing I know
I can leave it closed
sure, why go through?
I've done a lot of work on this room
I have it just the way I want it
But it holds me in
It comforts me, it keeps me safe
if I open to door
it ...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, December 15, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
You start from the beginning
small and learning
trying to grow and figure out
your way to the sunlight
The dirt is so warm
and also cooling
it stores our roots
those things that build us
But we need care
water, sunlight, nutrients
our development is slow but steady
we learn as we grow
Now we change
stem, leaves and brightness
we're so green and bright
we seem the same but are unique
Rain will come and go
Sun will dry us off
We deal with light and dark
and we stay strong
As we stand... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, December 13, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
It's that time
to think of others
be generous with your gifts
and spend time with those you love
It's that time
to give of what you can
and maybe a little bit more
and share lots of blessings you have
It's that time
to love all around you
to help all who need it
to forgive those who hurt you
It's that time
to laugh harder than usual
to give hugs freely
to smile at those you don't know
It's that time
to give of your blessings
and know that as good as you feel now
you can feel that way ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, December 12, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
How do I see clearly?
Wipe the cobwebs from my eyes
look through the tears
and see what it really there?
How do I think clearly?
Shut off the voices
stop making lists in my head
and focus on one thing at a time
How do I act with purpose?
With all the things I must do
with everything that is undone
I have too much on my plate
How do I touch my Spirit?
when it seems like it isn't there
or it's buried deep inside
beyond my reach?
How do I get over the hurt?
Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, December 9, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
The Sun shines
wakes up the earth
the flowers reach up for the light
the grass turns green
the trees bring back their leaves
flowering and awakening
we have hope
The Sun beams
the earth is at play
the flowers sway in the warmth
the grass drinks of the summer showers
the trees provide cover
growth and living
we have joy
The Sun still shines
the earth starts to quiet
the flowers retreat
the grass sleeps
the trees burst with the brightest colors
celebration and change
we now reflect
The S... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, December 8, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I've seen the light
it is so bright in my eyes
almost blinding me
It illuminates all that is around me
Nothing can hide in the shadows anymore
Nothing.
I'm not sure how I feel about that
How can I deal with those things
I thought were gone?
How can I look at what was in
the shadows of my mind?
Can the light help me?
Can the light show me the way?
Now it seems that the only way
for me to let those things go
is to shine the light on them.
See them for what they are.
Are they real?
Are they sti...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, December 7, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Life is for loving
enjoying relationships
being happy
and feeling loved
Life is for experiencing
enjoying nature
being yourself
and achieving your greatness
Life is for lessons
enjoying the teachings
being challenged
and graduating with honors
Life is for challenges
enjoying the outcomes
being blessed
and handling the stress
Life is for living
enjoying the ride
being alive
and expressing yourself
It's your life
so ask yourself
what
is your life for?
... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, December 3, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
If you stay here
you will not learn
because knowledge comes
from learning the lessons
If you stay here
you will not grow
because maturity comes
from pushing your limits
If you stay here
you will not change
because shifting comes
from beautiful movement
If you stay here
you will not realize
because awareness comes
from opening your eyes
If you stay here
you will not shine
because light comes
from the universal flame
If you stay here
you will not breathe
because air comes
from the refre... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, December 1, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Just breathe
others will try to sway you
but you're just as solid as ever
Just breathe
others try to break you
but you'll be able to be handle the pressure
Just breathe
others will try to knock you down
but you'll show them how tall you can stand
Just breathe
others may think you are weak
but you'll tap into strength you never thought you had
Just breathe
others may underestimate you
but you're amazing, courageous and truthful
Just breathe
there is no one that can hold you back
ther... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, November 30, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Just when you think
you can't do it anymore
something gives you the motivation
to keep going on your path
Just when you think
you have nothing left
something gives you the resources
to find exactly what you need
Just when you think
you have no support
someone opens their heart and hands
to lift you up high
Just when you think
the situation isn't positive
something shows the silver lining
in the clouds above
Just when you think
it is an impossible task
someone places the final puzzle ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, November 24, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Don't Fall
it may be easy to drop
but you can't rise up
if you head below
Don't Fall
it may be easy to stop
but you can't move forward
if you give in
Don't Fall
it may be easy to let go
but you can't achieve
if you let it beat you
Don't Fall
it may be easy to give up
but you can't make progress
if you let them win
Don't Fall
it may be easy to believe the lies
but you can't find the truth
if you buy into the words outside you
Don't Fall
fight for what's important
keep your head up
an...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, November 23, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Give a gift to others
of happiness and joy
share your laughter and smile
with those who have lost their sparkle
Give a gift to others
of compassion and kindness
share your ear and kind words
with those who hurt and are in pain
Give a gift to others
of love and blessings
share a hug and heart
with those who have lost or never felt love
Give a gift to others
of forgiveness and release
share an example of understanding
with those who need to forgive themselves
Give a gift to others
of your...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, November 22, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
You were meant for greatness
don't doubt the power within
you have much to give
to those around you
You were meant for happiness
don't doubt the joy within
you have many moments to laugh
and smile so bright
You were meant for love
don't doubt the feelings within
you love and cherish many
family and friends encircle you
You were meant to leave your mark
don't doubt your impact
your kind words and open hands
will lift all those your come in contact with
You were meant to be beautiful
d...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, November 21, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Sometimes you just need to rest
take a load off, put your feet up
let the world continue without you
just for a few moments, be still
Reflect on where you're headed
release the past, where it belongs
let your inner voice get louder
it has a lot of thoughts to express
You have to make a decision
about how your story is told
others may want to write your pages
but your book is your own to write
So decide what you want to say
is it poetry, a commentary or fiction?
do you want people to kno...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, November 20, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Where is it, I wonder
I'm looking high and low
it's not where I thought I put it
it's not in the places I know
I'm searching far and wide
I can't seem to understand
that all the answers I'm seeking
are right in my hands
But I've been told there are wiser
there are gurus that have the key
it seems far fetched
that all the answers are within me
the treasures locked deep down
the ones I thought I had to hide
the words I bought from others
the gems I initially denied
But who knows me bet...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, November 19, 2009,
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Spiritual
No matter what they say listen to your own voice
No matter how it plays out know it happened the perfect way
No matter what tries to derail you keep steady on your path
No matter how long it takes hold steady to your dreams
No matter what is going on keep happiness and a positive attitude
No matter what happened in the past leave it behind and look forward
No matter what situation you're in know that it can change in a moment
No matter who has hurt you forgiveness sets you free
No matter what you think you k... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, November 18, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
It grows within my heart
from a very small flame
it burns ever so softly
with my gentle loving aim
I have to keep it going
the light that wants to shine
my logic tries to shut it down
but I hear the voice of the divine
It asks me to see past the smoke
the mirrors that make it unreal
the daily grind of unimportance
the life that is not my ideal
I ask for some inspiration
those signs that lift my soul
the power to look past the mundane
to the things that make me whole
I see it in the cl... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, November 15, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I looked in the mirror today
and saw my reflections
the life I have led
the choices I have made
the emotions in my eyes
The mirror was asking me to look
to see the reflections
to remember what I have been through
the places I am going
the joy of today
The light illuminated it all
the reflections I was experiencing
I could see the bruises, the scars,
the smiles, the tears,
all that I am made of, all that I will be
There is no avoiding it
the reflections I must see
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, November 14, 2009,
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Spiritual
I looked in the mirror today
and saw my reflections
the life I have lead
the choices I have made
the emotions in my eyes
The mirror was asking me to look
to see the reflections
to remember what I have been through
the places I am going
the joy of today
The light illuminated it all
the reflections I was experiencing
I could see the bruises, the scars,
the smiles, the tears,
all that I am made of, all that I will be
There is no avoiding it
the reflections I must see
I have to face what fa...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, November 10, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
It's never about the destination it's about the journey so why not slow down and enjoy the view for a while? enjoy the steps you take? don't lose sight of the lessons you learn, the chances you take, the changes you've made as you go for your goal because as you walk you path you may find the destination is already reached way before you make it to the end Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, November 9, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Spirit Said,
"You are a beautiful being of light"
and I said
"But it seems so dark, I have no sight"
Spirit Said,
"Your soul is perfect right now"
and I said
"But I have so much to do, so many more vows"
Spirit Said,
"You're learning your lessons well"
and I said
"But I mess up constantly, I can never tell!"
Spirit Said,
"You are a gift to all you meet"
and I said
"But I have conflicts, troublesome relationships I repeat!"
Spirit Said,
"Your heart is open as wide as the sky"
and I said
...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, November 8, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I can't see to the middle
I can't see but this mess
I can't see an out or change
I can't see beyond the stress
But I know there is more there
there has to be below the shield
If I can get there
that wound can finally be healed
I peeled away the layers
I got down to the core
the gem that lay below
the gem I hadn't seen before
It was brighter than I ever imagined
It was beautiful, breath taking even
I can't believe I hid it that long
Now I have something, someone, to believe in
I was pr...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, November 4, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
The Battle starts
we scream our battle cry
we rush into the fray
we are courageous
The Battle wages on
we fight with heart
we stand our ground
we make our presence known
The Battle gains speed
we learn our lessons
we create new alliances
we win, we lose, we win again
The Battle makes us weary
but we must keep fighting
because our hearts deserve defending
our souls want to learn
The Battle is our life
we live it with fierceness
we have made a new path
we have touched our greatest poten...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, November 3, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
The Wheel will turn
it is inevitable
it will bring you up
and push you down
The Wheel of Change
it's at the core of our lives
wait for the spin
it comes back around again
Part of the life's cycle
is to move through the joy and pain
the wheel may slow down
but it will never stop, never fear
There may be times
when the Wheel doesn't move fast enough
you wonder when it will turn
you wonder why you're stuck
But when things seem to be at the worst
keep hope that the wheel will spin to the...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, October 31, 2009,
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Spiritual
I remember you
memories of years past
life as we knew it then
people we were at one time
I remember you
we traveled the path for a while
lessons taught and learned
love and laughter we shared
I remember you
maybe it wasn't always easy
but you were a part of my life
and I have set a sacred space for you
I remember you
tonight as much as any other night
when I can talk to you
when I can tell you how much I love you
I remember you
throughout the years
throughout the lifetimes
our souls s... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, October 26, 2009,
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Spiritual
I have found peace
in the quiet of my life
in the stars in the sky
in the eyes of my love
I have found peace
in walking to through my life
in stopping at the challenges
and moving forward once again
I have found peace
in the lives that touch me
in the love that I give
in my own foundation
I have found peace
in my connection to spirit
in my connection to the earth
in my connection to my soul
I have found peace
my mission is keep it alive
to offer it to others who need it
and to keep it... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, October 23, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
The sky above
The earth below
the heart in between
the spirit all around
a sweet reminder
of our place in the world
the impact we make
the ripples we send across the land
Each step we take
reminds us of our place
it is a good place
no matter where it is
So we move on
we strive forward
we honor the land, our heritage
our purpose, our contract
When we let ourselves be
just who we were meant to be
the heavens and earths open
and that's when we truly live
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, October 19, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Celebrate each day
for your eyes opening
your early morning breath
breakfast of champions
Celebrate each day
for your heart beating
the hugs you receive
the laughs from your belly
Celebrate each day
for the work that you complete
the relationships you build
the lives you touch
Celebrate each day
for the moments that make you pause
whether they are unbelievable
or amazingly good and memorable
Celebrate each day
for the challenges you face
you can handle them with your famous style
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, October 17, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Fate deals us the cards
how we play them in our choice
whether we fold, go all in or bluff
we hold the cards, remember?
Our chips are worth so many things
fame, fortune, family
love, hate, pain,
success, joy, happiness
Our game is the one that we play
people sit at the table
they may support us, challenge us, or deceive us
but they are all part of our game
Some people leave the table
they take their chips and go
whether or not we understand their strategy
their own game is in play too
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, October 16, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I take a deep breath
and I dive
in
I can't
see
the waters are
muddy
I swim, I push my
arms
I fight against the
water
trying to hard to get
there
I will make it to the
other side
I come up for
air
and dive back
in
I can't stop
now
treading water in not an
option
I am so
tired
but I go
further
I can see the
horizon
I have to make
it
My new journey
begins
if I can make it through
this
I reach out, I touch
land
I can breathe
again
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Spiritualitygirl~... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, October 15, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
We join together
in unity
in peace
in solidarity
We join together
to build up
to support
to lend a hand
We join together
for common purpose
for strong energy
for belief in a cause
We join together
when times are tough
when there seems to be no hope
when the battle needs us
We join together
because we can
because we care
because we love
We join together
to help others
find their voice
their hearts
and their lives
Uplifting as one
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, October 13, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
The air called to me
so I went to the
sky
sat on a
cloud
and watched the world go
by
The water called to
me
so I went to the
sand
sat on the
beach
and watched the world
expand
The earth called to
me
so I went to the
ground
lay on the dirt
and listened to the
world's sound
The fire called to
me
so I went to the red
hue
warmed my
hands
and saw the world's
flames burn through
My Spirit called to
me
it was time to go
inside
listen to the
words
and let Spirit
provide
air, earth, fire and
w... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, October 9, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
We often forget we are human
that we live lives of
trials and tribulations
our souls don't have all
the answers
our instruction manuals
are not complete
So we learn by error and
experience
we misstep and take
victory walks
we hurt and we heal with
our words
we cast out and draw in
with one breath
But we are our own
judges and juries
we sentence ourselves to
years of pain and purgatory
trying to navigate
through life
with chains around our
feet and hearts
We are worse on
ourselves than o... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, October 8, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
It starts with me
The good work I can do
The hard work I put in
The rewards I get to reap
It starts with me
A positive attitude
A strong will
A heart that's open
It starts with me
The change I wish to see in the world
The impact I hope to make on others
The life I wish to have
It starts with me
The people I have in my life
The experiences I draw in
The way I handle those people and experiences
It starts with me
how I chose to live
how I chose to love
how I chose... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Wednesday, October 7, 2009,
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Spiritual
Like the Phoenix, she rises again.
the ashes represent her past.
They lie on the ground,
flying
away into the calming wind.
Like a Scorpion, she
stings.
her needle makes a direct hit.
They feel the pain of
her wrath,
her point has been made.
Like a Horse, she runs
moving quickly through the fields.
Her hair blows with the breeze,
her beauty and grace is in her movement.
Like a Butterfly, she
flutters.
Her wings, small, yet powerful.
She flies through the
air,
gliding across the sky, lo...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, October 6, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Finally those words sunk in
I can feel them in my bones
I heard all of the syllables
and the soothing, caring tones
I haven't been treating myself very well
this I finally figured out
I know there were times I was frustrating
I knew you had your doubts
But I had to learn it on my own
no matter how hard of a lesson it may have been
I know you were ready to give up
you thought it just wouldn't sink in
It's important to me that you know
all those talks meant something to me
I may have seeme... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Monday, October 5, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
The Flames
burn so bright
the orangey red
flickers
throwing off soft light and
heat
The Flames
burn away
confusion
the ashes of the past float
away
what's left is my
future
The Flames
burn away
illusion
the heat teaches me
caution
I must proceed with
thought
The Flames
burn away
inhibitions
I sit around the
circle
I am encouraged by the
warmth
The Flames
encourage
passion
I am driven to take
action
I let nothing stand in my
way
The Flames
illuminate my
way
the light burns
bright
I ca...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, October 4, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Reach out
and grab the hands of
the one you love
tell them how much you
care
and don't be afraid to
share
Reach
out
and touch the someone
with affection
let them feel a touch so
tender
so they may open their
heart and surrender
Reach
out
and help someone to
their feet
hold them up, brush off
the dirt
and hug away the
hurt
Reach
out
and take a chance even
when scared
the greatest growth
comes from courage
even if you have moments
when you're discouraged
Reach
out
share your life with t... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, October 2, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
My voice so soft
I can barely hear myself speak
the words come at a whisper
my story is not being heard
I want to sing
but I am scared
what if I am not a good singer?
what if my words don't make sense?
I try to let out a note
but it cracks and is out of tune
will I ever get my song out?
will my voice ever be strong enough?
So I practice
I fine tune the song
I warm up my vocal cords
I learn to sing from masters
I am encouraged
my song is getting stronger
I am stil... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Thursday, October 1, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
With
wands, I create action.
Moving the energy,
breaking through the barriers.
I make things happen.
With swords, I use logic.
slicing through disbelief,
organizing my ideas.
I think uplifting thoughts.
With pentacles, I generate abundance.
taking care of all my needs
drawing in everything and everyone I need.
I lay a strong foundation.
With cups, I drink from the emotional well.
quenching my thirst,
touching every emotion.
I embrace my feelings.
With spirit, I connect to my soul.
waking ... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Tuesday, September 29, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
When I walked into the room
I tripped over the
clutter
I can't seem to get
organized
things are flying around
everywhere
Wait, let me grab that
one
no, I'll hold on to this
one
did I forget this
one?
oh no, I lost that
one
I have to put these in
order
then I can think
better
Yes, I will throw out what I
don't need
and put these other ones
together
Ah, I see this is from my
past
now, why am I keeping
that?
Oh, I need to check it for my
future
because I can't seem to let go
of it
And this p...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Sunday, September 27, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I can't seem to find you
behind that wall so high
you seem to be hiding
didn't I once see you fly?
There are others who will ground you
but I don't understand why
they may have opinions
but I hope they aren't ones you buy
You may think it's easier
to sit down and hide
but I see you as you are
my eyes are open wide
You are who you are
don't let anyone tell you you're less
you are the one
that knows yourself the best
Come out from behind that wall, my dear
hold your head up high
let them ta...
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Posted by Mary D'Alba on Saturday, September 26, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
Inspired by the "Wifey for Lifeys" I see you for who you are
this day and in every form
there is nothing wrong with you
you are my beacon in the storm
We have weathered a few, haven't we?
The rain, thunder and lightning fears
the threats of being swept away
the heartbreak and tears
We've managed to survive in it
wait, we've actually thrived
because we've learned with every misstep
there is a new path to find
Your love has made me better
I never believed you were real
you touched the soft pa... Continue reading ...
Posted by Mary D'Alba on Friday, September 25, 2009,
In :
Spiritual
I'm in
the middle of it
right in
the middle of it, I think
I can't
really see
from
where I am
It's
dark, well, sort of
I see
some light
but I
can't really figure out
how I get
out of here
I see
different paths
but I
can't see clearly
the trees
are blocking my views
and
making me confused
Maybe I
should keep moving
get out
of the middle of this
maybe I
should follow the light
the light
that I can barely see
So I
move, at times it may be slow
I may
need to sit agai... Continue reading ...
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